The older adult complains of multiple bruises on his extremities. What are the marks the result of?
a. Arteriosclerotic changes in the vessels
b. Prolonged clotting time
c. Fragility of capillary walls
d. Reduction of subcutaneous fat
ANS: C
Age-related fragility of the capillary walls allows bruises to develop with the mildest injury.
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